Born in Tijuana, in 1978, Tanya Aguiniga's work is primarily based on textiles. She studied at San Diego State University and Rhode Island Institute of Design, and is currently based in Los Angeles. She creates projects of handwoven fibers and also performance art, or "performance crafting" and installations. Her work combines modern techniques with traditional Mexican handcrafts. One such performance crafting project involved her tied to the Beverly Hills sign, wearing traditional Mexican clothing, while weaving.
Aguiniga has also been designing furniture since she was in college. Her textiles as well as her furniture have been featured in television programs on PBS and the DIY network.
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